Locum Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant needed in Atlantic City, NJ

Updated 1/29/26
Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
Physician Assistant
Surgery-Cardiovascular
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Degree Required MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description

Seeking 1–2 Physician Assistants for Cardiothoracic Surgery inpatient coverage, with an immediate start preferred.

Practice Setting

  • Inpatient, hospital-based cardiothoracic surgery service

  • No trauma designation

Clinical Volume

  • Assist in ~2 cardiac surgeries per day

  • Round on 5–12 ICU and floor patients daily

  • Includes consults

Schedule

  • Weekday in-house shifts: 8–10 hours (Monday–Friday)

  • Night call: 6 PM – 6 AM

  • Weekend call: Friday 6 PM through Monday 6 AM

  • Weekend rounding: 7 AM – 12 PM Saturday and Sunday

  • Mix of weekday, weekend, and night coverage required

Responsibilities

  • First assist in cardiac surgery

  • Endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH)

  • Chest tube insertions

  • Retrieval of vascular tissues for bypass conduit

  • Rounding and coordination of care

  • Diagnosing and treating illness

  • Ordering/interpreting tests

  • Writing prescriptions

  • Suture removal

Technology

  • EMR: Cerner (experience preferred)

Credentialing

  • Estimated timeframe: ~60 days

  • Immediate availability required

  • Site cannot wait for providers to obtain a new license

Candidate Requirements

  • NCCPA certified PA

  • Active New Jersey license

  • BLS and ACLS

  • Minimum 2–3 years cardiac surgery experience

  • Fully proficient in EVH

  • Must actively function in the OR and participate in operative cases

  • NPDB self-query dated within 30 days

  • Drive-in candidates only (mileage/tolls reimbursed)

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ATC West Healthcare Services

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